United Kingdom. A Cartridge Box Badge of the Foot Guards, c.1780 Republic of It is unmarked and measures

It is unmarked and measures approximately 435 mm across the shoulders

his rank and regiment reflect that on his medals

dated 28 October 1944 and closing with Milch’s handwritten signature in graphite pencil

202 mm x 328 mm)

United Kingdom. A Cartridge Box Badge of the Foot Guards, c.1780 Republic of It is unmarked and measuresA large badge in brass, likely theatre made, the obverse presenting the cipher of King George, with large surmounting crown, the reverse with three lugs for cartridge box adhesion, measures 58. 2mm (w) x 92. 4mm (h), evidence of oxidation related to the age, a rare decoration in very fine condition. Footnote: The cartridge box badge adorned the cartridge box, which held fixed cartridges of paper for faster loading.